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Travel Program Overview

Begin a Travel Program

  • CHECK OUT our Upcoming Programs to find which GCAC program is right for you.
  • REGISTER for your selected program based on your status as a Community Member or Student.
  • COMPLETE the application & 10% DEPOSIT REQUIRED to save your spot. PROOF OF PASSPORT (for all international programs) or SCREENSHOT OF PASSPORT APPLICATION is due at this time.
  • LOG IN to our portal to access your program invoice and travel documents. We will send further instructions to your email address on how to log in.
  • Using the info you provided, we will send an invoice and instructions on how to access our portal where payments can be made as well as uploading of documents.
  • MONTHLY PAYMENTS are required and divided equally between the time you register and the date of travel. You may pay more than the minimum if you prefer.
  • STUDENTS ONLY - APPLY for a GCAC Scholarship if financial assistance is needed WITHIN 45 DAYS of PROGRAM REGISTRATION.
  • 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE you will receive a NOTICE that ALL documents are DUE: PROOF of INSURANCE / HEALTH CARE AGENT
  • BALANCE PAID IN FULL is due prior to departure. No exceptions.

All GCAC Travel Programs

Join us for 7 to 14-day global adventures that combine cultural immersion, hands-on community service, and transformational global citizenship education. Each trip is designed to spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and build lifelong connections with the people and places we visit.

  • Programs are small-group experiences with direct interaction with local communities
  • We prioritize locally led guides, cultural experts, and ethical travel choices
  • Our programs support local economies and aim to build meaningful, long-term global connections

Note: All participants are required to carry international medical insurance. Trawick International offers policies that meet our requirements. For questions, contact Trawick directly at +1 (888) 301-9289 or info@trawickinternational.com. GCAC cannot advise on policy details.

Need more info? Check out our FAQs for answers to common questions.

 

Student Learning with GCAC

GCAC students go beyond just travel—they grow as global citizens. Our programs include access to a self-paced, online global studies course, designed in partnership with Bethel University. This course lays the foundation for your journey and culminates in your immersive travel experience.

  • Learn about local, national, and global issues in a way that connects to your destination
  • Take part in a 4–5 week online course, taught by university professors and National Geographic Certified Educators
  • Engage with our international nonprofit partners in real time
  • Earn 3 hours of transferable college credit in Global Studies 140–440 (available to high school juniors/seniors and current university students)
  • Discounted tuition for GCAC participants
  • Option to audit the course (no credit)
  • Capstone: Your travel program is the hands-on final project

Scholarships are available for students with demonstrated financial need. Learn More & Apply Here

 

Community Member Experience with GCAC

Whether you’re a solo traveler, lifelong learner, or simply looking for a meaningful way to explore the world, GCAC welcomes you.
Travel with award-winning educators and cultural experts

Enjoy rich cultural experiences: art, music, food, dance, religion, history, architecture, nature, and more

Optional volunteer service on select programs

Access to pre-departure learning materials

Connect with fellow travelers through remote meet-ups before departure

Make your travel count—community member fees help fund scholarships for students in financial need.

 

Become a Global Citizen with GCAC

We get asked this a lot, but what does it really mean to be a global citizen? At GCAC, we agree with the Oxford Dictionary’s definition: “A global citizen is aware of, and understands, the wider world and their place in it.” We also believe a global citizen takes an active role in their community and works with others to make the world more equal and sustainable.

A global citizen is an agent of change and:

  • Develops the knowledge, skills, and values they need to engage with the world
  • Understands and respects other perspectives, cultures, and diversity
  • Believes that they can make a difference
  • Builds their own understanding of world events
  • Thinks about their values and what is important to them
  • Takes learning into the real world
  • Challenges ignorance and intolerance
  • Gets involved in their local, national, and global communities
  • Develops an argument and voices their opinions on global issues
  • Sees that they have the power to act and influence the world around them
  • Inspires and informs others.